News in the Channel - issue #38

PRODUCT LAUNCH ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 311 AND 311

Tech at the right price Acer has debuted its first Chromebooks for students powered by the MediaTek Kompanio 540 Processor, which aims to help students embrace a tech-forward curriculum and develop the skills they will need for later in life.

For schools, laptops are an integral part of classrooms, but buyers will look for the latest and most efficient technology but only at the right price, as budgets are, as ever, tight. Acer has launched its Acer Chromebook Spin 311 and Acer Chromebook 311, its first education Chromebooks powered by the newly available MediaTek Kompanio 540 processor. The Chromebooks have the features and performance teachers want to help students embrace modern technology, but they are also available at reasonable prices and with a reduced total cost of ownership. Performance and battery life As mentioned, the Chromebooks are powered by the MediaTek Kompanio 540 processor, which enables smooth performance for everyday learning and demanding applications such as STEM programs and Minecraft® Education Edition. In addition, the new Chromebooks provide up to 15 hours of battery life and have fast-charging capabilities, making them ideal for students in 1:1 programs that take their devices home for after-school enrichment, as well as for lab and classroom environments where students share devices. The Chromebooks also have a power-efficient design resulting in fanless operation that is whisper-quiet. The Chromebook Spin 311 (R725T) has a convertible design with 360-degree hinges that allow it to be used in four

Acer Chromebook Spin 311

different modes, including tablet mode for reading, sketching and taking notes. Meanwhile, the Chromebook 311 (C725) has a traditional clamshell design that is compact and lightweight, so young learners can easily use and transport it. Both models feature an 11.6-inch LED- backlit HD (1366x768) display with IPS technology, while the Chromebook Spin 311 also has the option for an Antimicrobial Corning® Gorilla® Glass display. Both Chromebooks can also be purchased with an optional TÜV Rheinland-certified display that offers low blue-light emissions. The Chromebooks provide access to a range of features that enhance the student experience. Both feature a Full HD webcam supported by dual microphones for class projects and have the option for a world-facing camera for engaging science and art projects. The dedicated Quick Insert key on both Chromebooks encourages student creativity and efficiency by providing one- touch access to tools, menus and other applications. In addition, both systems are offered with up to Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 for strong and reliable connections to the network and peripherals.

The Chromebooks are powered by the MediaTek Kompanio 540 processor, which enables smooth performance for everyday learning and demanding applications such as STEM programs and Minecraft® Education Edition

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